1. What does Jake tell Cohn about Brett when he inquires about her?
(a) She's nice and her name is Lady Ashley. She is getting a divorce, so she can marry someone named Mike Campbell.
(b) He doesn't have anything to say about her. He doesn't want to discuss it.
(c) She will hurt you if you try to get close.
(d) She is not worth the time of day. Stay away from her.

2. What does Jake do when Georgette touches him while they are driving in the horse-cab?
(a) He moves closer to her.
(b) He bends over and kisses her.
(c) He pushes her hand away.
(d) He closes his eyes and enjoys her touch.

3. Why doesn't Cohn want Jake talking about meeting the American girl in Strasbourg?
(a) Cohn is afraid Jake won't return to Paris.
(b) Cohn doesn't want Jake to get involved with a woman.
(c) Cohn is afraid Frances will be angry and jealous.
(d) Cohn wants to stay in Paris.

4. What is Jake referring to when he says to Brett, "you like to add them up."?
(a) Brett adds up the number of brandies she drinks when she goes out.
(b) Brett enjoys it when more and more men become infatuated with her.
(c) Brett likes to hang all her dresses in color coordinated order.
(d) Brett adds up the number of shoes she owns, buying a new pair every week.

5. What does Bill tell Jake the secret to success is?
(a) Never be daunted
(b) Write the great American novel
(c) Try to stop injustice
(d) Invest wisely

Short Answer Questions

1. A forceful woman, Frances, hopes to gain success working with Robert Cohn on the magazine. She urges him to go to Europe with her when the magazine shuts down. What else did she want from him?

2. How did the Count receive the wounds above his ribs?

3. What does Cohn decide when Brett sends him a letter saying he doesn't have to go on the trip to Spain with them?

4. As Frances continues her tirade against Cohn, what does she think is the real reason why he won't marry her?

5. Bill Gorton says that Vienna "is a strange city". What city does he compare it to?

(see the answer key)

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